Some people think that entertainers are paid too much money. Do you agree or disagree ? Which other types of job should be highly paid ?
Some people believe capital punishment must be banned while others think in order to protect individuals; criminals who commit certain crimes must be executed. What is your opinion?
Write a letter to your friend telling him/her that you have won a photography competition. In your letter
– Describe the event.
– Describe the photograph you have sent for the competition.–
Invite him/her to the exhibition where your photograph is presented
The diagram shows the stages and equpiment used in the cement-making process, and how cement is used to produce concrete for building purposes.
The bar chart shows the level of life satisfaction and income in America.
Your company has recently introduced a new uniform for the staff. But you have learned that the staff members are not happy about it.
Write a letter to your manager about it. In your letter,
explain why you think the staffs are not happy with the new uniform
what you want the new uniform to be like
and give some suggestions to handle the situation
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Some people think that new technology always improves the lives of workers. Other people believe that it results in disadvantages for workers. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
There have been several complaints about the receiption area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the receiption area could be improved.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
-Describe the complaints that have been made
-Say why the reception area is important
- Suggest how the receiption area could be improved
More and more companies are willing to view graduates of online universities on an equal level as those who attended brick-and-mortar classrooms. Discuss the advantages of both styles of learning as it relates to the working world.
Some people think that government should take care of disadvantaged people such as unemployees or the homeless. Do you agree or disagree
Chart 1 below shows the normal price of a tablet computer in different stores (in US dollars), and the % discount offered by these stores when the products are sold on promotion. Chart 2 shows the % increase in volume sales when the discount promotions are happening, and Chart 3 shows funds (in 000 US dollars) spent on TV advertising during these promotions. Write a report summarising the information. Select and describe the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
We are now living in a "throwaway" culture, using things for a short time and then throwing them away instead of fixing them. What are the causes of this? What problems does it lead to?
The diagram below shows how rainwater is collected and then treated to be used as drinking water in an Australian town. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Some experts suggest a method to solve the environmental problem is to increase the cost of fuels and all vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Today, many people aim to achieve a balance between work and other parts of their life, but few of them can achieve it. What are the problems in trying it? What measures can be taken to solve this problem?
Some say that young and energetic employees are more valuable for the company, others argue that older employees have more experience and knowledge. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion and examples, based on your own experience.
. You have been accepted by a university in Canada. Before moving to
Canada, you want to gather some information from International Officer.
Write to him about your needs.
In your letter
• introduce yourself
• inquire about accommodation options
• seek information on Student Discount Card
In some countries around the world, men and women tend to have their children later in life. Why is this happening? What are the effects on society and family life?
One of the consequences of improved medical care os that the people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Your local bookshop has invited members of the public to recommend a guest speaker for an upcoming event that will include a series of talks from well-known people. Write an e-mail to the bookshop. In your e-mail: • suggest a speaker • say what they would contribute to the event • explain why other people would be interested too You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your e-mail as follows: Dear...,
Some experts believe that when a country is rich, any additional increase in the economic wealth does not satisfy its citizen anymore. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, a small number of people earn extremely high salaries. Some people believe that this is good for the country, but others think that governments should not allow salaries above a certain level. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people believe that if a police officer carries a gun it can encourage a higher level of violence. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
THE GRAPH BELOW SHOWS FOUR MEHODS OF DEALING WITH WASTE IN FOUR COUNTRIES. SUMMARISE THE INFORMATION BY SELECTING AND REPORTING THE MAIN FEATURES AND MAKE COMPARISONS WHERE RELVENT.
Nowadays, some employers thought formal academic qualification are more important than life experience and personal qualities when they look for new employees. To what extent do you agree or disagre
You work for an international company. You have seen an advertisement for a
training course which will be useful for your job.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
• describe the training course you want to do
• e x p l a i n what t h e c o m p a n y could d o t o help y o u
• s a y how the course will b e useful for your job
Some people think that the best way to reduce the fourth dimension spent in travelling to work is to replace parks and gardens close to the city center with buildings apartments for commuters, but others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own public opinion
The diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it looks now. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevent.
Write a description of your house or apartment. What kind of house/ apartment is it? Where is it exactly? What rooms does it have? Does it have any special features? Describe the neighborhood. How far is it from places of interest? What public transportation is there? Who is the house/ apartment sutable for? Are there any restrictions?
-Many criminals commit further crimes as soon as they are released from prison. What do you think are the causes of this? What possible solutions can you suggest?
Museums should display art of their own country, or they should display art from all over the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (May 2021) Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The chart shows information about the number of customers at three different restaurants during a five-day period
Some people believe that the personal happiness is directly related to economic success, while others argue that happiness depends on ther factors. Discuss both viewpoints and state your view.
Some people think that young people should spend more and more of their free time with their families, and spend less time entertaining outside. Others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You want to join a new gym in your neighbourhood.
Write a letter to the gym manager. In your letter
ask what types of membership are available, and what the prices are
ask what activities are available
ask what the joining procedure is
You should write at least 150 words
Some children spend hours every day on smartphones. Why is this case ? Do you think is a positive or negative dvelopment?
In some countries, more and more people are hiring a personal firness trainer, rather tha playing sports or doing exercise classes. What are the reasons for this ? Is this a positive or a negative development
The great benefit of studying abroad is that students will have life experience that will improve themselves as people that would have been otherwise impossible if the had have only studied in their own countries. What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad
The graph below shows the number of visitors to three museums between 2000 and 2005. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the results of a survey where first-year students were askedto rate some aspects of their courses.
In many countries woman no longer feel the need to get married. Some people believe that this is because women are able to earn their own income and therefore do not repent the financial security that marriage country. To what extent do you agree?
Caring of children is an important thing of the society. It is suggested that all mothers and fathers should be required to take training courses. Do you agree or disagree?
The chart below shows the number of adults participating in different major sports in one area, in 1997 and 2017. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people say that university education is the best way to achieve success in life, while others believe it is no longer true. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In the past, most people lived in small village where everyone knew every else. Nowadays, most people live in the large cities where they only know a few people in their area. What do you think were the advantages and disadvantages of living in a small community?
It is better to buy just fex expensie clothes, rather than lots of cheaper clothes. Do you agree or disagree?
The diagram below show how water moves on land and in the ocean.
Some museum and art galeries charge admission fees while other have free entry. Do you think the advantages of admission fees outweigh the disadvantages.
Cramming and immersion are becomingly increasingly recognised methods of gaining knowledge in an area, other people disagree and say that only through lifelong learning can a subject be learnt. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
Some people think that parents have a great in!uence on their children. Others believe that the media is a bigger in!uence. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.